FIFA 23 was the best-selling physical game in the UK during the Black Friday week, which was marked by an influx of ads, bundles and news. It’s known as the start of holiday shopping and the busiest year-round.
According to Chris Dring, who received early information from Gfk and shared some details, FIFA 23 Black Friday led the way and recorded a 95% increase in sales over the previous week. With the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, EA has added support for game sales.
Pokemon Violet and Crimson It recorded a 64% drop in physical sales, more than Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, but more than Pokémon Legends: Arceus, which was released in January of this year.
Black Friday is known for its promotions and bundles, with Sonic Frontiers and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe drawing attention.
Sound boundaries By Sega was released on November 8, two weeks later it was priced at €37 in physical stores in the United Kingdom, allowing sales to grow by 203%.
Mario Kart 8: Deluxe Nintendo Switch saw a 226% increase in sales thanks to the Black Friday bundle. This shows amazing longevity for an expanded version of a 2014 title.
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